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India Experience - Volunteer and Travel Program 2011
AN UNFORGETTABLE ADVENTURE
See India as it really is - with all its many contrasts...
The Indian experience program offers young adults (and not so young) the opportunity to explore the many charms of India and also get the chance of doing some volunteer work in different locations of India in a period of 4 weeks. The program offers a variety of fascinating experiences in India including:
- Visiting various historical monuments including the TAJ MAHAL.
- The chance to learn Indian Bollywood dancing, yoga, Indian cooking and henna painting (decorative body painting), and yes, it can be washed off.
- Adventure activities that you will never forget. A camel riding safari with overnight camping in the desert. The sky is so clear that you feel like you touch the stars. A short trekking trip into the Himalayas (this is where thehighest mountain range in the world starts).
- Goa, the former Portuguese colony that offers sun, water and a coastline that never seems to end.
Programme 2011
DAY 1 (Friday): Arrival at Delhi International Airport
You will arrive at the Delhi international Airport and when you come out of the arrival gate you will be met by one of the firm’s personel. He/she will transfer you to the hotel and see that you are checked in. Overnight at Delhi. (No meals).
DAY 2 (Saturday): Delhi
After breakfast a sightseeing tour will be arranged so that you can see some of the most important cultural symbols of India. You will visit the impressive India Gate, the Parliament House and the President’s Palace. At greater leisure we will have the chance to visit Raj Ghat. This is the memorial built in honor of Mahatma Gandhi, father of the nation of India. Learn about his life and philosophy and how this man and his philosophy helped India to gain independence from the British Empire. Later we will visit one of the cultural highlights of Delhi, this is a visit to Gurudwara Bangle Sahib, a Sikh temple, where we will learn a little about one of the youngest religions of the world and absorb the special atmosphere around this beautiful and serene holy shrine. Overnight at the hotel in Delhi. (Breakfast)
DAY 3 (Sunday): Delhi – Agra (250 Km. / Approximately 6 hr. drive)
After an early morning breakfast we will drive to Agra. It is a long drive but a fascinating experience. Don’t worry there will be chances to get out and stretch your legs and also we will be stopping along the way in order for you to buy some lunch. After reaching Agra we will be checking into the hotel and then take an excursion to the famous Taj Mahal. Without any question the most famous Indian heritage of love and romance. DON´T FORGET TO BRING YOUR CAMERA! Overnight at Agra.(Breakfast)
DAY 4 (Monday): Agra – Jaipur (250 Km. / Approximately 6 hr. drive)
After an early morning breakfast we will drive to Jaipur. When we reach Jaipur we will check into the hotel and then the rest of the day and evening is for your own rest and relaxation. Overnight at Jaipur. (Breakfast)
DAY 5 (Tuesday): Jaipur
After an early morning breakfast, we will visit the famous Amber Fort. We will start our visit by riding an elephant up to the fort. I can assure you this will be a different experience (something to write home about). Later we will take a Bicycle Rickshaw Ride through the busy markets of Jaipur and experience the `Pink City` from close quarters. Afterwards your time is free to wander through the old `Bazaars` and shop or just get caught up in the atmosphere of all the sights and sounds. Don’t forget to bargain about the prices! Overnight at Jaipur. (Breakfast)
DAY 6 (Wednesday): Jaipur
After breakfast the day is to spend as you will. If you wish you can participate in some of the following activities that will be provided during the day.
a) Learn the interesting forms of “Bollywood” dancing by professional
instructors.
b) Learn the typical and traditional dress styles of India
c) Learn the famous Indian art of “Henna painting” by local experts.
Overnight at Jaipur. (Breakfast)
DAY 7 (Thursday): Jaipur – Pushkar (150 km. / Approximately 4 Hrs.) + Camel Safari and Camping.
Breakfast at the hotel followed by a drive to Pushkar. Pushkar is one of the holiest pilgrimages for Hindus all over India and is home to the temple of the “Creator” God, Brahma. Upon arrival in Pushkar we take on another form of travel, more suited to the desert, camels! We will take a camel safari atop the “ship of the desert” going through sandy ravines, local villages where we can absorb the harsh yet colorful landscape of the Thar Desert. Our safari concludes in a tent camp. After sunset, we can enjoy a clear view of the star-lit night sky. Dinner and overnight at the tent camp in Pushkar.
(Breakfast and Dinner)
DAY 8 (Friday): Pushkar – Jaipur (150 km. / Approximately 3 Hrs.)
After breakfast we return to Pushkar and later a leisurely guided tour of the Pushkar town
with its small lanes, colorful markets, but most importantly, the steps to the Holy Lake and
about 500 temples. During the tour we will visit the temple of Lord Brahma, the creator
God of the Hindus. After this we will have some time to explore the markets of Pushkar and
then later in the afternoon we will return to Jaipur.
Overnight at Jaipur. (Breakfast)
DAY 9 (Saturday): Jaipur to Delhi by road (250 Km. / Approximately 6 Hrs.) and
then Train to Himachal Pradesh (22:15 – 07:50)
After breakfast we will drive to Delhi. After arriving at the Delhi bus stand we transfer to
the railway station to board the train to Himachal Pradesh. The train will depart from Delhi
in the night and will reach Himachal Pradesh the next morning.
Overnight train trip. (Breakfast)
DAY 10 (Sunday): Arrival at Himachal Pradesh and drive to Palampur (100 Km. /
Approximately 4 Hrs.)
Morning arrival at the nearest railway station at Himachal (Una), then we drive to
Palampur. After arriving in Palampur we will have an introduction with the staff and settling
in our accommodations. Overnight at shared accommodations in Palampur. (No meals)
For the next days you will be able to choose between "Only Volunteering" and "Volunteering with Adventure"
ONLY VOLUNTEERING
DAY 11 (MONDAY)
Morning Yoga lessons by the professional teacher. Afternoon introduction of the project areas and the placement options. Evening cooking lessons. Overnight in camp.
DAY 12 (Tuesday) - TO
DAY 16 (Wednesday)
Morning yoga lessons and later volunteer work at one of the follwoing projects:
A: With children
B: With women
C: With renovation
Evening cooking lessons. Overnigt at camp.
VOLUNTEERING WITH ADVENTURE
DAY 11 (Monday)
After breakfast we travel to Dharamsala, home to the "Dalai Lama", upon arrival check into hotel. Free for the rest of the day to visit the city or whatever you like. Overnight at Dharamsala. (Breakfast)
DAY 12 (Tueday)
After breakfast we will visit the main temple. His Holiness Dalai Lama's house is close by. The rest of the day is free to visit local markets and some of the famous cafes. Overnight at Dharamsala. (Breakfast)
DAY 13 (Wednesday)
Breakfast and then a early morning start trekking into the mountains with our Tibetan guide. It is about 13 km through mixed forests. Our camping site will give us a panormic view of the snow capped mountain peaks of the great Himalays. Overnight in tents.
DAY 14 (Thursday)
Morning return to Dharamsala and then we return to the camp. Overnight at our camp.
DAY 15 (Friday) and 16 (Saturday)
After breakfast volunteer work in the local communities related to painting and renovation. Overnight at our camp.
Bothprogrammes
DAY 17 (Sunday): Himachal Pradesh to Delhi by Train – 4554 (20:50 / 05:30)
After breakfast the day is free to organize your own activities. Late evening we transfer to the nearest railway station (Una) to board the train for Delhi. We will arrive in Delhi early the next morning. Overnight on Train. (Breakfast)
DAY 18 (Monday) and DAY 19 (Tuesday): Arrival at Delhi and then transfer to
train to Goa (15:05 Monday night / 05:40 Wednesday morning )
Morning arrival at Delhi railway station and then we transfer to the hotel to freshen up, later your time is free at the hotel or to explore the nearest markets around the hotel. Late afternoon transfer to Delhi railway station to board the train to Goa. This is a long but interesting trip. During the day you will be seeing a great deal of the Indian countryside. Both nights will be spent sleeping on the train. (No meals)
DAY 20 (Wednesday): Arrival at Goa and transfer to Colva/Majorda.
Morning arrival at Madgaon railway station and transfer to shared accommodation at
Colva. After arrival introduction with the staff and settling into the accommodations.
Dinner and overnight at our camp. (Dinner Only)
For the next days you will be able to choose between "Only Volunteering" and "Volunteering with Adventure"
ONLY VOLUNTEERING
DAY 21 (Thursday) - DAY 25 (Monday)
After breakfast, volunteer work in the local communities related to painting and renovation. Afternoon relaxing on the beach. Overnight at our camp.
VOLUNTEERING WITH ADVENTURE
DAY 21 (Thursday)
After breakfast we visit some of the famous tourist sights of north Goa, this includes some famous churches. Overnight at our camp (Breakfast)
DAY 22 (Friday)
Today we will visit Palolem Beach and Cotiago Wildlife Sanctuary in south Goa. Overnight at our camp (Breakfast)
DAY 23 (Saturday)
After breakfast we visit the famous gardens of the Indian spice plantations (note that entrance fee is extra). Later we visit the Dudhsagar Falls which has a drop of 600 meters. It is one of the highest falls in India. Overnight at our camp (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Both programmes
DAY 28 (Thursday) Departure by flight - TBA
After breakfast we transfer to Goa Airport for your flight back home
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